The Percy Bilton Charity

The Percy Bilton Charity is a grant-making trust open to registered charities in the UK, whose primary objectives are to assist one or more of the following groups.

• Disadvantaged/underprivileged young people.
• People with disabilities (physical or learning disabilities or mental health problems).
• Older people.

The Charity has two types of fund: Large grants (one-off payments for capital expenditure of approximately £2,000 and over, but rarely more than £5,000) and Small grants (donations of up to £750towards furnishing and equipment for small projects).

The Charity will consider capital funding for the following projects and schemes:

1. Disadvantaged/underprivileged young people (persons under 25)
   Supported housing schemes and educational and training projects to encourage disadvantaged young people who may be homeless and/or unemployed away from crime, substance/alcohol misuse and homelessness.

   Facilities for recreational activities and outdoor pursuits specifically for young people who are educationally or socially underprivileged or disadvantaged.

2. People with disabilities (physical or learning disabilities or mental health problems)
   Residential, respite care, occupational and recreational establishments for children, young people and adults with physical or learning disabilities or enduring mental health problems.
3. Older people (aged over 60)
   Day centres, nursing and residential homes, sheltered accommodation and respite care for the frail or sufferers from dementia or age related disorders.

When to apply

• Applications may be submitted at any time and will be considered at the next appropriate Board meeting.
• Applications for Small Grants are considered monthly.